Keeping the Blues Alive

Challenge 2013: The Juice

Fronted by the fine & fancy, friendly and frivolous, velvet voiced Lady Joya; The Juice is a multifaceted band that has earned its stripes by playing continuously at clubs, festivals and parties all around the Cincinnati area all year round. At the heart of the band is bassist Dave Sageser, he has a degree in music and enough soul to not let it get in the way. The engine of the band is drummer Roger Bates, his musical influences are varied and he brings it on home to the blues. The Soul of the band is Steve Thomas as he plays keys, sax, and sings with a talent that is ageless – both current and vintage at once. Bob Herrmann drives the band from the guitar position, playing with fire and passion. The Juice plays their music with two things in mind; make it sound good, and make it fun.